Rev. Dr. David Vásquez-Levy to preach Dec. 6

We are incredibly blessed to welcome as our guest preacher on December 6, Rev. Dr. David Vásquez-Levy, who serves as the President of Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley.

A committed pastor, a nationally recognized immigration leader, and a sought after speaker, Vásquez-Levy leads at the intersection of faith, higher education, and social change. Vásquez-Levy regularly contributes a faith perspective to the national conversation on immigration and is the author of various publications that explore migration stories in sacred texts and in people's lives. He has lived in four countries and taught courses and led international study and service trips across the globe. Vásquez-Levy holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Texas Lutheran University and a Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry in Preaching degrees from the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago.

David will preach as part of our Advent Sermon series, Breath of Heaven, focusing on Mary and her struggle to find courage bring the holy child into the world.

He will also be teaching the adult Sunday School class at 9 a.m. in the Discovery Room, focusing on immigration issues in light of current events in Syria and Mexico.

In addition, after worship he’ll be meeting with church leadership for a conversation of leadership and the future of the church.

Please join us on December 6 to welcome David! You will be blessed and inspired by his energy, vision and intelligence.